Elizabeth Glaser Pediatric AIDS Foundation (EGPAF) is a nonprofit human development organization on a mission to create a world where no mother, child, or family is devastated by HIV and AIDS, and we are making an impact. Join us in our fight for an AIDS-free generation!
EGPAF is a consortium partner for USAID’s funded Uganda Health Activity (UHA) which aims at helping to improve overall health system resilience and to increase the survival and well-being of vulnerable populations in USAID Uganda priority districts. To support the implementation of USAID UHA, EGPAF is seeking qualified candidates for the position of:
Title: Communication/Knowledge Management Specialist
Number of Vacancies: 1
Department: Strategic Information & Evaluation (SIE)
Reports To: Regional Monitoring & Evaluation Advisor
Direct Reports: None
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The Communication/ Knowledge Management Specialist is responsible for developing systems, tools, and processes that will substantively contribute to developing a learning and performance-oriented culture at EGPAF Uganda, in collaboration with both EGPAF staff and other relevant external partners. She/he will be in charge of the design, implementation, and evaluation of communication and provide leadership and technical support to the communication and outreach program.
No two days are alike at EGPAF, but what can you expect in this role?
• Ensure that the best of EGPAF’s collective knowledge, best practices, lessons learned, and results achieved is captured and made available when and where needed, increasingly in forms openly accessible to the Foundation staff and the public at large as necessary.
• Manages the work outcomes and contracting needs of third-party providers (writers, knowledge management consultants, etc) who are engaged to support documentation needs such as documentation of best practices, evaluation of projects, etc.
• Develops and implements a broad set of tested knowledge management tools, models, and approaches, and ensures that all staff is trained to use these in their interventions, with a level of usability that increasingly make formal training j redundant.
• Ensure that program results are documented and translated into searchable lessons learned and added to EGPAFs collective knowledge, allowing for iteration and continuous improvement of EGPAF’s development interventions.
• Work collaboratively across all EGPAF Uganda projects/programs to keep abreast of new developments and ensure synergy and coherence.
• Ensure the optimization of knowledge sharing and knowledge management internally in EGPAF as a core internal capacity and externally as a service offering as part of all EGPAF interventions.
• Develops the knowledge management strategy and annual work plan for EGPAF Uganda in collaboration with senior management and KM partners at the head office level.
• Establish a searchable knowledge database of best practices, tools, reports, etc.
• Leverages and enhances the Foundation’s existing internal knowledge management systems and platforms, for example, the EGPAF intranet to upload and share information.
• Actively participates in EGPAF knowledge-sharing meetings, such as the Medical and Scientific Affairs call, Global program Review, etc., to ensure global content is shared with Uganda and vice versa.
• Develops leads and oversees the implementation of strategies to foster knowledge sharing throughout the project and with external stakeholders.
• Work in liaison with the communications and advocacy advisor to develop knowledge-sharing platforms including websites, social media, and e-learning exchanges.
• Develop and maintain system-wide training and resource materials linked to knowledge management.
• Design, coordinate and support the implementation of webinars, online training, virtual collaborative exchanges symposiums, conferences, and other events.
• Offers support in the evaluation and documentation of projects and the preparation and writing of key management reports etc.
• Work closely with the technical advisors and another program team to identify and address key implementation obstacles and successes and provide technical guidance on program issues to be addressed and documented from the field.
• Design, implementation, and evaluation of communication and outreach initiatives that build on EGPAF technical expertise and credibility to increase awareness of and support for the prevention of mother-to-child transmission of HIV and pediatric HIV/AIDS care and treatment.
• Develop and implement a costed communication and outreach strategy for the Uganda program, with objectives and performance indicators.
• Prepare annual work plan and budget as per the EGPAF planning system.
• Implement planned activities with the EGPAF program team, allies, and partners and report as required.
• Prepare and submit quarterly narrative reports against the planned budget and performance indicators.
• Carry out any other duties reasonably assigned by the Supervisor.
To be successful, you will have:
• Bachelor’s degree in communications, organization development, knowledge management, or any other related field.
• Master’s degree in communications, organization development, knowledge management, or public health is an added advantage.
• At least 3 years of relevant professional experience in Communication and Knowledge management.
• Previous experience in developing/managing knowledge management systems/programs
• Advanced experience with current knowledge management technologies, including Web and Enterprise
• Working knowledge of Uganda’s national, regional, and district government structure and operations.
• Excellent track record of working experience with increasing responsibilities in the public health arena and ability to link to global policy, and national policy development for EGPAF.
• Previous experience in leading/managing knowledge product development and dissemination.
• Writing skills to ensure sharing across documentation platforms.
• Strong organizational skills, with the ability to prioritize and take initiative.
• Ability to exercise diplomacy and build partnerships and consensus, within teams, governmental agencies, and with other stakeholders.
• Clear commitment and record of achievement to building the capacity of local partners.
Required Competencies:
• Training in computer applications is required plus a good working knowledge of computers with the ability to use Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.
• Excellent data analysis skills and ability to think concisely, and critically as well as distill information to lay audience.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English, including the capacity to prepare and deliver formal presentations on programs and results and have good Trainer Skills.
• Team player with good interpersonal skills and the ability to work in a diverse social and cultural environment.
• Excellent data analysis skills and ability to think concisely, and critically as well as distill information to lay audience.
• Ability to travel to the supported regions and districts.
Job application procedure
NO HAND DELIVERED APPLICATIONS WILL BE ACCEPTED.
As a global, multinational and multicultural organization, EGPAF believes that diversity in the workplace enriches our work and enhances our impact and effectiveness. We believe that employees have the right to work in a climate of mutual respect and integrity that promotes dignity and respect for all, and that enables them to reach their full potential. The Foundation is committed to advancing diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging (DEI&B).
EGPAF is an equal opportunity employer and affords equal opportunity to all employees and applicants. In addition to country law requirements, EGPAF complies with US laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the Foundation has facilities.
The Foundation does not charge any fees at any stage of the recruitment process. If you are asked to pay a fee at any stage of recruitment, or witness any other ethics violations, please contact the ethics hotline: +1 770 776 5674, or make an online report (English: http://www.reportlineweb.com/PedAids All other languages: https://iwf.tnwgrc.com/PedAids )
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- Address Mbarara, Uganda, East Africa
